Auditing reduces accidents by eliminating unsafe practices

Journal Article · Mon Aug 24 00:00:00 EDT 1992 · Oil and Gas Journal; (United States)

OSTI ID:7283458

Collinge, J A ^[1]

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1. Shell International Petroleum Co. Ltd., London (GB)

This paper reports that auditing for unsafe acts can remove the basic causes of accidents through the adoption of a proactive approach to safety. The process of auditing for unsafe acts is aimed at eliminating unsafe situations and practices by a method of constructive dialogue between managers and workers. One of the major objectives of the process is to change the cultural attitude toward safety so that it is viewed as a personal responsibility of each member of management, supervision, and the workforce. In large organizations it is common to see policy statements concerning the health and safety of employees and people associated with the business, such as contractors. In recent years, such organizations have also placed emphasis on statements related to protecting the environment. Policy guidelines for Shell companies are unambiguous: Health. The companies conduct business in such a way as to avoid harm to the health of employees and others, and to promote, as appropriate, the health of employees. Safety. Companies work on the principle that all injuries should be prevented and actively promote the high standards of safety consciousness and discipline that this principle demands. Environment. Companies pursue progressive reductions of emissions, effluents, and discharges of waste materials known to have a negative impact on the environment, with the ultimate aim of eliminating those discharges.

• OSTI ID: 7283458
• Journal Information: Oil and Gas Journal; (United States), Vol. 90:34; ISSN 0030-1388
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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